1883 Wood Engraving Spain Europe Donkey Burro Trail Caravan Victorian XGXB1

This is an original 1883 black and white wood engraving of a group of Victorian ladies and gentleman sightseeing on burros as they continue their Spanish vacation.

CONDITION

This 128+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +++. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage.

• Product Type: Original Wood Engraving; Black / White
• Grade: Very Fine +++
• Dimensions: Approximately 6 x 8.5 inches; 15 x 22 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

Hola, mi amigos! Join Period Paper on vacation to beautiful Spanish vistas in this collection of images rendered by artist, Charles S. Reinhart, the "maestro de las artes." Imagine the mystique of the music emanating from Gypsy guitars and romantic serenades. Even feel free to join in the traditional Gypsy dance party at the Plaza de Mayor if you'd like! Then take a trip to the "otro lado" of Espana, as you immerse yourself alongside peasants, burros, and old, coffee brewing companions. If all this wasn't enough to burst your Pinata, take a swing by the Tomb of Christopher Columbus, the first explorer to discover the Bahamas Americas! To continue browsing this unique collection, simply click on the link provided beneath the condition paragraph. Viaje Seguro! (Safe Journey!)

This piece was illustrated by Reinhart, Charles Stanley. Artist signature in print - bottom left of image.

Charles Stanley Reinhart

Charles Stanley Reinhart (1844-1896) was an American artist hailing from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. However, he received his formal art education at the Munich Academy of Fine Arts (Royal Academy) in Germany. He was most recognized for his paintings, printmaking, illustrations, fresco murals, graphic art design and mosaics, as well as his realism style. ReinhartÕs works primarily center on coastal beach scenes, cityscapes, figures, genre, botanical and floral, streetscapes, portraits and historical subjects. His art has been exhibited at the 1889 Exposition Universelle (Paris WorldÕs Fair), the National Academy of Design in New York, the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts, the Paris Salon, the Boston Art Club and more. He was affiliated with the Brooklyn Art Association, the Society of Illustrators and more.

Keywords specific to this image: Men, Female, Equestrian, Path, Journey, Trek, Ride, Umbrella, Parasol, Fashion, Costume, Guide, Spaniard, Travel

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